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Dhobley, Somalia

Lower Juba · 🇸🇴 Somalia

Dhobley is a small town in Lower Juba, Somalia with a population of 5,000. Elevation: 259 ft (79 m). Average temperature: 83°F (29°C).

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
5,000 Population
259 ft Elevation 79 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 29°C
15.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Mogadishu Timezone
F
Overall
1.2 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
3.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 3.0%
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 14.6%
54% lower than US avg
Unemployment 19.0%
426% higher than US avg

People

Population5,000
Median Age19.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$597
Unemployment19.0%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity14.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression11.4%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (29°C)
AQI78 (Moderate)
Rain15.6 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation259 ft (79 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.0%
High School+54.1%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband27.6%
Population5,000
Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Coordinates0.4100°, 41.0100°
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu
Country🇸🇴 Somalia
State / ProvinceLower Juba
Average Temperature83°F (29°C)
January Average85°F (30°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation15.6 inches (397 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age19.1 years

Is Dhobley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dhobley receives an overall livability score of 1.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Dhobley faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 19.0%, unemployment is notably high.

Education

3.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 54.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Dhobley has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F. Winters average 85°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 78.

Dhobley has a population of 5,000. The median age is 19.1 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.9% female and 50.1% male. 2.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 30.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,000
Total Population
19.1yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Dhobley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dhobley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dhobley is N/A. Per capita income is $597 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 19.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 39.3, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Dhobley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$597

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment19.0%
426% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living39.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Dhobley, 14.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 36.1% have high blood pressure. 0.0% report binge drinking. 11.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Dhobley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity14.6%
54% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
High Blood Pressure36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking0.0%
Depression11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate30.0%

Food & Exercise

Dhobley has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (29°C). Winters average 85°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 308 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 15.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 78 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 65% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 259 feet.

Temperature

85°F Jan (30°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average83.4°F
54% above US avg
January Average85°F (30°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.6 inches
59% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median78.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Coordinates0.4100°N, 41.0100°W
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 85°F (30°C) 0.2 in Driest
February 86°F (30°C) 0.2 in
March 88°F (31°C) 1.1 in Warmest
April 86°F (30°C) 3.7 in Wettest
May 83°F (29°C) 1.9 in
June 81°F (27°C) 0.6 in
July 80°F (27°C) 0.6 in Coldest
August 80°F (27°C) 0.4 in
September 82°F (28°C) 0.4 in
October 84°F (29°C) 2.1 in
November 83°F (29°C) 3.1 in
December 84°F (29°C) 1.5 in

Dhobley has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 80°F in July to 88°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 15.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (3.7") and January the driest (0.2").

3.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 91% below the national average of 33.7%. 54.1% have completed high school. 27.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.0%
91% below US avg
High School+54.1%
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.6%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Dhobley

What is the population of Dhobley?

Dhobley has a population of 5,000 residents and is located in Somalia.. The median age of residents is 19.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.9% female and 50.1% male.

Is Dhobley expensive to live in?

Dhobley is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 39.3 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Dhobley?

Dhobley has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 85°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 78.

How is the job market in Dhobley?

The job market in Dhobley faces challenges, with unemployment at 19.0% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Dhobley?

3.0% of adults in Dhobley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 54.1% have completed high school.

How healthy is Dhobley?

The obesity rate in Dhobley is 14.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.4% of residents report depression.

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